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Stacey Bewkes, founder of Quintessence lifestyle blog, is a well respected voice for original written, photographic and video content in the world of design and lifestyle. From art and architecture to interiors and design to jewelry, travel and more, Stacey presents the stories behind the style with thoughtful, well-researched and beautifully documented content. Her popular Quintessence video seri

es, produced with author Susanna Salk, garners millions of views worldwide. She was also the principal photographer for Susanna's books At Home with Dogs and Their Designers, At Home in the English Countryside: Designers and Their Dogs and a third title coming 2022. She worked with Beth Dempsey of Images and Details, on the 2016, '17 & '18 Ancien et Moderne Pop Up Design Salons in Paris, has been a sponsored blogger at many events including the Architectural Digest Home Design Show, High Point Market and La Cienega Design Quarter Legends, a featured speaker and moderator at numerous events and an inaugural member of the BlogTour team at the London Design Festival.

Read all about this year's amazing line up for Nantucket by Design!! You'll want to follow along so you don't miss a min...
10/07/2024

Read all about this year's amazing line up for Nantucket by Design!! You'll want to follow along so you don't miss a minute of incredible design inspiration that benefits the impressive Nantucket Historical Association !!

In a new iteration of the Nantucket Historical Association’s popular fundraiser, Nantucket by Design 2024 has moved to July with...

 is almost here!! Thrilled to be kicking off such a jam packed week of exciting design inspiration next Monday, moderati...
09/07/2024

is almost here!! Thrilled to be kicking off such a jam packed week of exciting design inspiration next Monday, moderating the opening panel, Nantucket Heritage in Modern Design with a bevy of local island talent! And to make it even more special, it’s being held at my favorite property, Greater Light! Read all about this amazing reimagined week of design on Quintessence - link in profile - latest articles! Thanks to this year’s co-chairs and and the staff at who’ve worked tirelessly to create this year’s blockbuster event! See you there!

Too lazy to move the car…
06/07/2024

Too lazy to move the car…

Pretty in pink with our exclusive embroidered Petal linens and hand painted Chinese Garden dinnerware (each plate a diff...
06/07/2024

Pretty in pink with our exclusive embroidered Petal linens and hand painted Chinese Garden dinnerware (each plate a different scene).

From my Nantucket table to yours, wishing everyone a very happy 4th!
04/07/2024

From my Nantucket table to yours, wishing everyone a very happy 4th!

Very excited to be popping up for 2 days next week at the beautiful  shop on Nantucket! Stop by to shop all you need for...
17/06/2024

Very excited to be popping up for 2 days next week at the beautiful shop on Nantucket! Stop by to shop all you need for stylish entertaining! Our mix and match pieces from global artisans around the world include many exclusives you won’t find elsewhere! Hope to see you there!!

Before computers, mobile phones and dare I say, even TV remotes… wishing all the fathers who spend creative time with th...
16/06/2024

Before computers, mobile phones and dare I say, even TV remotes… wishing all the fathers who spend creative time with their children a very Happy Father’s Day!

Welcome Fleuri! The latest addition to the shop, these exquisite new glasses are hand painted in Paris. Just like colors...
14/04/2024

Welcome Fleuri! The latest addition to the shop, these exquisite new glasses are hand painted in Paris. Just like colors in a garden , you can see how they effortlessly go with so many pieces in our collection - and I'm sure yours! Find them here -> https://quintessenceblog.com/q-worthy/fleuri-glasses-sets/

As spring will soon thankfully be here, I am thrilled to debut a new version of my exclusive trompe l'oeil wicker hamper...
08/03/2024

As spring will soon thankfully be here, I am thrilled to debut a new version of my exclusive trompe l'oeil wicker hamper from Scanlon Apparati ! Inspired by the iconic Fortunum & Mason wicker picnic baskets, this small trompe l'oeil version would make an ideal Easter basket filled with sweet treats, then reusable to stylishly store a variety of smaller items in any room. Featuring a hinged double weighted lid and pretty pink tie, it would also make a lovely baby present or spring housewarming or hostess gift. This limited edition is sure to delight even the most discriminating on your list. Sizes and more listed in my shop, Q Worthy, on Quintessence.

Thank you to everyone who came to my talk in Florida on Monday - what a wonderful, engaged crowd!!
07/03/2024

Thank you to everyone who came to my talk in Florida on Monday - what a wonderful, engaged crowd!!

19/02/2024

A sunny disposition is unavoidable when you lay out our Amarilla Chintz tablecloth. Styled here impeccably by

Did you know that we can custom color and size any of our Moroccan linens? They’re a secret weapon for chic gatherings b...
10/02/2024

Did you know that we can custom color and size any of our Moroccan linens? They’re a secret weapon for chic gatherings big or small! And stay tuned - exciting new additions in the works!

Thrilled to share Fleuron, the latest in my exclusive collaboration with .a.paris !! A charming take on delicate garden ...
25/01/2024

Thrilled to share Fleuron, the latest in my exclusive collaboration with .a.paris !! A charming take on delicate garden flora in a beautiful blue and white, this pattern can be paired with your finest linens and silver or dressed down for more casual dining. Meticulously handpainted on French Limoges porcelain with a subtle scalloped edge, each of the two layers of free hand painting is followed by a separate firing. A timeless woven patterned rim echoes, the wicker of flower baskets and garden fences. A classic for your table top wardrobe!

I am thrilled to be returning to the always inspiring  in Nashville next week to moderate what is sure to be a fun panel...
02/01/2024

I am thrilled to be returning to the always inspiring in Nashville next week to moderate what is sure to be a fun panel about designing couples with the talented duos Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller of and Hunter and Meredith Ellis of ! Hope to see you there!!

Cheers to a better, brighter 2024 filled with kindness, peace, creativity and of course beauty!! 🥂✨🙏🏻
01/01/2024

Cheers to a better, brighter 2024 filled with kindness, peace, creativity and of course beauty!! 🥂✨🙏🏻

Long time readers may remember that I used to write about wine and include an annual guide to champagne at this time of ...
29/12/2023

Long time readers may remember that I used to write about wine and include an annual guide to champagne at this time of year! And while my last was 5 years ago, the Quintessential Guide to Champagne is still a great primer for those who want the back story of the how and why of champagne and a few choice picks on the classic drink for New Year’s! I have added a link to it in my profile and be sure to follow the link in that piece to my interview with well respected wine critic for a selection of grower champagnes. I also recently had the Huré Frères which was delicious ! So cheers - or as F. scott Fitzgerald said “Too much of anything is bad, but too much champagne is just right.”

You never know when inspiration may strike. My Christmas Eve table magically materialized in my mind as soon as I saw th...
25/12/2023

You never know when inspiration may strike. My Christmas Eve table magically materialized in my mind as soon as I saw the lush vibrant corals and greens of Amour des Tropiques in the NY showroom. I instantly knew it would be a beautiful backdrop for a fresh mix of tableware for the holidays! Amethyst and Verde Daisy plates alternate with luscious current rolled edge napkins and hand painted Jalisco glasses. I am thankful to have all my chicks in the nest and happy to indulge in all our favorite traditions! Wishing everyone who celebrates a very merry Christmas!! 🎄❤️✨

So excited that this beautiful historic handblown glassware from Paris has arrived! Inspired by examples from the 15th t...
22/12/2023

So excited that this beautiful historic handblown glassware from Paris has arrived! Inspired by examples from the 15th to end of the 18th century, these glasses are mouth blown using artisanal processes and ancient techniques. Celebrating time honored craftsmanship, they're the perfect balance between tradition and modernity! They're art for the table to be enjoyed every day! Tagged here (prices for a pair)! Find them and more on Q Worthy!

Thrilled to debut my exclusive trompe l’œil wicker duo from  ! Inspired by the iconic, Fortnum & Mason wicker picnic bas...
14/12/2023

Thrilled to debut my exclusive trompe l’œil wicker duo from ! Inspired by the iconic, Fortnum & Mason wicker picnic baskets, this small trompe l’oeil version is the perfect repository to stylishly store of variety of smaller items in any room. Featuring a hinged double weighted lid and pretty blue sash tie, it fits with any decor. It is a perfect pairing with the coordinating boat valet (sold separately). The timeless wicker pattern is the perfect segue between masculine and feminine style , handy as any valet to collect the flotsam and jetsam of work at one’s desk, next to one’s bed, or even in the bathroom. Both limited editions, sure to delight even the most discriminating on your list. Shop via the link in profile.

Don't feel you have to strictly stick with tradition on your holiday tables. How about this fresh take on red and green ...
07/12/2023

Don't feel you have to strictly stick with tradition on your holiday tables. How about this fresh take on red and green with a little pink! Shop it all on Q Worthy! Products tagged in photos. Excited that the Verde Daisy plates are back in stock!

Excited to share my latest exclusive collaboration for Q Worthy (my online shop). Inspired by Matisse's cut outs, I want...
03/12/2023

Excited to share my latest exclusive collaboration for Q Worthy (my online shop). Inspired by Matisse's cut outs, I wanted to create a tablecloth with the same graphic, nature-inspired forms, in a large scale that would offer movement down the table. After a few conversations with my friends at The Tangier Bureau, we arrived at what I think is a rather marvelous interpretation, all hand woven and embroidered in Morocco. The original green and cream is perfect for the holidays and will segue beautifully into spring and summer. The cheerful mustard/blue will bring sunshine to your table even on a cloudy winter day!

Just in time for the holidays, a new selection of vintage linens are up on Q Worthy!! All one of a kind, distinctive des...
09/11/2023

Just in time for the holidays, a new selection of vintage linens are up on Q Worthy!! All one of a kind, distinctive designs in excellent condition with exquisite craftsmanship from vintage linen partner .macmahon

1 - Beautiful saffron yellow linen tablecloth featuring charming embroidered flowers with lovely detailed hemstitch borders with 12 napkins.

2 - Exceptional set of vintage flax linen tablecloth and 12 napkins hand embroidered in Florence, Italy. The elaborate floral handiwork is of remarkable three dimensional quality with a striking cobalt blue appliqué border.

3 - Super charming vintage linens set from the 70’s. With a wonderful multicolored folkloric design, it features all-over floral embroidery on a sturdy off-white linen and center fretwork cartouche. With 12 dinner AND 12 cocktail napkins

Find all 3 sets on Q Worthy with sizes, more photos and prices. These tend to go very quickly.

Thank you Better Homes and Gardens (magazine) for including me in your September Stylemaker issue!
10/09/2023

Thank you Better Homes and Gardens (magazine) for including me in your September Stylemaker issue!

Late summer entertaining with stylish new colors and products in Q Worthy (my online shop) from favorite artisans and sm...
01/09/2023

Late summer entertaining with stylish new colors and products in Q Worthy (my online shop) from favorite artisans and small companies around the globe! See them all and shop via link in profile

The Stylish Traveler II Collection, in collaboration with D'Ascoli is here! Watch the video to learn more! And you can s...
28/06/2023

The Stylish Traveler II Collection, in collaboration with D'Ascoli is here! Watch the video to learn more! And you can shop it all right here on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/quintessenceblog/shop_tab

Expanding on global inspiration culled from our continued travels, Susanna and I are excited to share our new Stylish Traveler...

Reminder to all   friends!! Trunk show today at The Green Market Farm !
22/06/2023

Reminder to all friends!! Trunk show today at The Green Market Farm !

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